Frequently Asked Questions

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1. Where is Practical Combat Applications Located?

Practical Combat Applications is based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.  We offer workshops, seminars, and specialized training domestically and abroad. Please reference the Courses/Seminars & Workshops sections of the PCA website for schedules. Feel free to email us any questions and comments. Thank you for your time and “STAY DANGEROUS.”

2. Who are the PCA programs designed for?

.#2  PCA is designed for everyday civilians who want to protect themselves and their loved ones, while also being tailored to the needs of professional protectors such as law enforcement officers and security specialists.

At its core, PCA is about real solutions for real violence—practical, adaptable, and rooted in experience rather than theory

3. What makes PCA different from traditional martial arts or fitness-based self-defense classes?

PCA is combatives platform born of violence, not sport, not martial arts, focusing on survival and rapid threat resolution. The emphasis is on mindset, tactics, and simple, effectively developed skills that produce under real pressure.

4. What can participants expect during a PCA workshop?

PCA workshops are conducted in a candid discussion and hands-on format, incorporating practical demonstrations and attendee participation, stress-tested drills, and multiple Q&A segments. Participants engage in open dialogue about violence dynamics, psychological triggers, and life altering decision-making while practicing applicable combative principles conducive to our everyday enviornments.

5. Do I need prior experience or physical conditioning to participate?

No experience is necessary. PCA courses are designed to accommodate all fitness and skill levels. Each participant trains at their own pace, focusing on building awareness, confidence, and instinctive response—not physical perfection.

6. How do I register and pay for upcoming PCA workshops or courses?

You can register directly through our website’s Workshops & Registration page. Secure online payment options are available for all classes and events. Spaces are limited to ensure personal instruction and safe training conditions, so early registration is encouraged.

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